Best sound card under 100 to drive some new z530's

[Tbirdkid]

Trying to find one that will run the 530's. I dont want to use the onboard anymore... LMK what you think! ITS FOR GAMING/MOVIES/MUSIC

 

[SynthDude2001]

There have been several deals on the Audigy 2 ZS lately for around $50 (or even a bit less than that). That'll probably be your best choice. Anything more than that would really be overkill for the speakers.

BTW, I have the X-530's myself...great speakers for the price!

 

[t3h l337 n3wb]

Yeah, an X-Fi ExtremeMusic is ~$120, a little bit outside your price range. So go with the Audigy 2 ZS.

 

[StevenYoo]

audigy 2 ZS

 

[Arcanedeath]

I would suggest one of these BlueGears/HDA Digital XMYSTIQUE7.1 8 (7.1) Channels 24-bit 96KHz PCI Interface Sound Card - Retail its not quite as good as the creative card for gaming but its better for everything else and it does Dolby Digital Live.

 

[prochobo]

Chaintech AV-710

 

[YOyoYOhowsDAjello]

I have the x-mystique but wouldn't really recommend it for gaming for an analog set of speakers when an A2ZS can be had for cheaper and offers higher EAX levels.

The Chaintech is a good 2 channel card, but again isn't so hot for gaming.

I think an A2 value or A2ZS would be a good idea.
I really should have bought a dozen when they were on sale for $35 everywhere when X-Fi came out.

 

[Rage187]

Cough up $10 more and buy my X-Fi XtremeMusic

http://forums.anandtech.com/messageview.aspx?catid=45&threadid=1723396

 

[Tbirdkid]

I would, but i am trying to get a new mobo, mem, and video too at the same time. so, i cant do it. gotta stay under 100 for it. budget....

 

[Cdubneeddeal]

Used Audigy 2 from the FS/T forum. I have an Audigy 2 driving the X530's...great combination. Sounds are crystal clear.

 

[Tbirdkid]

Chaintech AV-710

If i remember correctly, this one doesnt have mic out, and it isnt good for gaming.... is this right?